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Smith Sets Ohio State Records in Win Over Iowa
Confirmed
In Short: Ohio State's victory improved their record to 4-1 overall and 2-0 in Big Ten play.
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith set two career records and scored two touchdowns in a 31-14 victory over Iowa on Saturday.
Smith's 36th career touchdown reception in the third quarter surpassed Chris Olave’s school record, and he later broke Emeka Egbuka's record of 205 career receptions.
Smith's performance included a 57-yard touchdown reception, and he celebrated by striking the Heisman Trophy pose in the end zone.
Smith's 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns in the game marked his second consecutive 200-yard performance, a feat matched only by Indiana's Ty Fryfogle in Big Ten history.
Smith's recent streak includes 23 catches for 423 yards and six scores over the past two games.
Smith's coach praised his ability to maintain his rhythm despite physical challenges, noting his toughness and impact on the game.
Smith's breakout performance has strengthened his Heisman Trophy candidacy, with analysts comparing him to NFL players for his physical presence and statistical dominance.
Smith's achievements this season have been consistent with his previous performances, where he has repeatedly broken records and led the team to victories.
What this adds
Smith's latest performance continues his trend of setting records and leading the Buckeyes to victories, building on his previous achievements.
Background
Jeremiah Smith is on pace to break the Big Ten's all-time receiving yards record.
Jeremiah Smith became the fifth Ohio State player to score four touchdowns in a single game, leading the Buckeyes to a 42-19 victory over Illinois.
What's confirmed
- Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith set two career records and scored two touchdowns in a 31-14 victory over Iowa on Saturday.
- Smith's 36th career touchdown reception in the third quarter surpassed Chris Olave’s school record, and he later broke Emeka Egbuka's record of 205 career receptions.
- Smith's performance included a 57-yard touchdown reception, and he celebrated by striking the Heisman Trophy pose in the end zone.
- Smith's 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns in the game marked his second consecutive 200-yard performance, a feat matched only by Indiana's Ty Fryfogle in Big Ten history.
- Smith's recent streak includes 23 catches for 423 yards and six scores over the past two games.
- Smith's coach praised his ability to maintain his rhythm despite physical challenges, noting his toughness and impact on the game.
- Smith's breakout performance has strengthened his Heisman Trophy candidacy, with analysts comparing him to NFL players for his physical presence and statistical dominance.
- Smith's achievements this season have been consistent with his previous performances, where he has repeatedly broken records and led the team to victories.
What's still developing
- Smith passed former All-Big Ten receiver Chris Olave (35) to reach the mark, also passing David Boston in the process.
- As for the 6-foot-4 Smith, the junior receiver recently became Ohio State's all-time leader in receiving yards and is coming off the best statistical game of his career.
- "That's what great players do. If you can find a way to maybe make them play a little bit off their rhythm, that's a good thing, but it's easier said than done."
- We're running out of things to say about Ohio State superstar wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, so, instead, we'll provide pro comparisons.
- ET) — offered up a unique player comparison for Smith, specifically regarding his physical impact on a game.
- "I thought we knocked him out of the game. He took a hit and came back in a couple plays later. It's amazing. A really good player plus great toughness, and he's doing the same thing in the NFL."
- On Ohio State’s next drive, Smith’s 10th catch of the game was his 206th for the Buckeyes to move one ahead of former record-holder Emeka Egbuka.
- Iowa finished with just 238 total yards and lost the turnover battle 2-0.
- These days, it seems three things are certain in life (and college football): Death, taxes and Jeremiah Smith putting up a big day.
- He took to X after Smith's second touchdown with a simple message: Get the ball to No.